Human Resources Manager

Northgate Industries Ltd. is seeking a proactive and experienced Human Resources Manager to lead all aspects of HR practices and processes in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This key leadership role is responsible for aligning HR strategies with business goals, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and fostering a positive, high-performing workplace culture. In addition to core HR responsibilities, the successful candidate will also be responsible for overseeing and, at times, directly administering bi-weekly payroll procedures, ensuring accuracy and timelines in alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.

A critical part of this role includes strategically leading workforce ramp-up initiatives, with a strong focus on identifying, attracting, and retaining tradespeople to meet operational demands. The HR Manager will work closely with our Vice President of Operations to proactively address labour market challenges and ensure the right talent is in place to support ongoing and future projects.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the recruitment process by identifying candidates, performing reference checks, and issuing employment contracts.
• Partner with department leaders to support workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies. Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events and maintain agendas.

• Manage HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, conflict resolution, exit-interviews and offboarding.
• Oversee and maintain the employee master record which includes set up of new employees into payroll system, benefits & RRSP plans.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management on HR best practices, employee relations, performance management, succession planning and conflict resolution.
• Oversee and, when required, administer payroll processing to ensure accuracy and compliance, capturing approved paid leave (i.e. Vacation, sick, bereavement) and examining timesheets.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on employee development, engagement, and performance.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that align with business objectives.
• Oversee and perform reconciliation, preparation and distribution of T4’s.
• Monitor and improve HR metrics, such as turnover rates, time-to-fill, and employee satisfaction.
• Stay current with industry trends and legislative changes to ensure organizational compliance and competitiveness.

• Post-secondary degree in human resources, or a combination of other relevant education and experience.
• Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) designation is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in Payroll or HR full calendar year cycles
• Exposure to payroll practices. Familiarity with ADP payroll software is an asset.
• A strong understanding of core HR functions and industry best practices.
• Highly socially aware with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly computer literate with capability in email, MS Office and related business and communication tools.
• Excellence in organizational and time management skills, with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Ability to accurately follow instructions.